My neighbor has 2 kittens that just came to his house, they are about 5-6 months old and very skinny. He has not been feeding them, and he said he throws things at them trying to get them leave but I told him I would take them so I went down there with food and I did pet one of them just a little bit but everytime I would try to pick him up he would start to growl and then run away. Now I dont really want these cats but my neighbor has said he is going to shoot them if I cant get them in a few days. How can I get them to hurry up and tame down so I can get them, I am hoping I can find them a home or maybe keep one. Anybody have any suggestions on how I should do this? I've tried food and getting down on my hands and knees and talking sweet to them. Any suggestions would be very helpful thanks. Oh and we dont have any pet shelters around here that will come out cause we dont live in the city.
2006-09-30 15:40:57 · 11 answers · asked by Crystal 4 in Pets ➔ Cats
The best way is to get a small carrier, put food inside. Let them go in and out a few times then if you can get them both at once, all the better.
They will be vocal but be patient. They have already been abused. Start by letting them out in one of your bathrooms, have food and a litter box. Also have a pillow and whatever you need to be comfortable (book etc). Just sit in there with them for a while without attempting to approach them. Leave them in there with water when you need to leave. Have toys for them.
When you are able to return and spend time again, bring the food and put it closer to you. If you keep this up for a day or two, they will find that you aren't going to harm them. Then you may be able to allow them into another room as well. At first they may hide under the bed or something. This has worked many times for my sister who takes in strays all the time. Thank goodness there are people like you and my sister that take the time to rescue animals from abuse. Best of luck to you.
2006-09-30 16:09:03 · answer #1 · answered by BigRed 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
There is no "hurry up and tame" when it comes to kittens that are a little older and not socialized well. Are the kittens inside or outside? Set up a bathroom or room in your house with food, water, litter, etc. and then go get the cats and quickly put them in a carrier then put them in the room. They will not be happy and it will take a lot of time to get them socialized to you, but they are worth your persistence. Do whatever you can just to get them away from your neighbor if he's willing to give them over to you. Protect your hands if you have to. Once you have them, spend as much time as you can with them, talking with them, just letting them get used to you and your sound and your smell. Put a blanket or something in there that you have slept on or worn so they can smell you. Talk softly to them, don't make a lot of noise if you can help it and don't make any fast movements for a while. If you have patience, it will pay off.
2006-09-30 15:46:33 · answer #2 · answered by empos1 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kittens are similar to dogs in their response to humans. If you can get close enough to catch one grab it by the scruff of it's neck. It will try to scratch you and hiss like your killing it but it's ok. The back of their neck is loose skinned and if the mother cat were there she would carry them in such a way as this. Don't beat it, please! The cat is afraid of you and is acting out of instinct. Just keep your grip and remain calm.
Now ... when you carry this kitten home, have a place for it ready. I suggest a pet carrier with a blanket inside. Put the kitten in the carrier but DO NOT let go yet. Give the kitten time to calm down. By doing this you are taking on the mother figure or dominate figure. After a minute or so bring the kitten back out of the carrier. Try to pet it but keep your grip tight on it's neck.
Now this may seem a bit wierd but it works. Take a piece of balonga and stroke the kitten with it. You are now simulating the mother cat licking it's baby and the kitten should start to calm down. You can of course feed the bolonga to the kitten. You don't want to eat it now. :)
Now you can put the kitten in the carrier and hold it there for about 30 seconds. Then let it go and close the door. At night if you have a small clock that ticks then put it in with the cat. It will be calmed by the ticking sound which to it sounds like the beating of a heart.
When ever the cat does something you don't like, take a spray bottle of water and squirt it on it. The kitten will not associate the water as punishment from you but since cats hate water they will hesitate to misbehave that way again.
Good luck to you.
2006-09-30 15:57:21 · answer #3 · answered by billyrayis 1 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Awww that is sad. I have a cat that I got when he was a small kitten and he was abused. He is still very timid but not mean at all. I would just try giving the little kitties love and hopefully they will come around and begin to trust you. They might always be a little hesitant but I'm sure if you give them enough love and attention they will come around!
2006-09-30 15:44:24 · answer #4 · answered by Amaya 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well it might help if you put some cat food into a bowl and set it right next to you. Just sit there really really still. The kittens should come and eat if your being really still. Kittens HATE lots of movement. Also speak softly to the kittens, DON'T do ANYTHING with them unless your down at there height.
2006-09-30 15:44:52 · answer #5 · answered by Horse giRL 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-10-15 09:37:36 · answer #6 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Kittens need human contact before they are 6 weeks old. Otherwise, they won't get properly socialized. You don't want to get scratched by one of those cats...they haven't had shots. Be careful.
2006-09-30 15:52:08 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
there is no magic way... put food out there for them then throw a blanket or towel on them...this will slow them down enough to catch them,
put them in a room that isn't used too often like the living room...
its going to take about a week... ..let them get use to you.
good luck!
2006-09-30 15:47:59 · answer #8 · answered by jess 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try talking to them a little at time, the cats should gain trust with you and before you know it they will be coming to you alot. the cats pick who they want to be close to, so by talking to them and showing care they should come attached to you real soon.
2006-09-30 17:58:13 · answer #9 · answered by churchonthewayseniors 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
it takes a really long time and usually works best if they are acually living in your house with you, you and your neighbor are going to have to be very patient with this or it will not work. also know that its possible they are untamable.
2006-09-30 15:48:20 · answer #10 · answered by Julie V 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋